I have never been able to perfect making time to be alone with God since my children were born. It is a constant struggle and I have learned a lot on the way and still have more to learn. I've learned a lot of what doesn't work. :)
Right now I have been trying to read a chapter of Proverbs each night for the month, and in the mornings I read through a couple Psalms. The morning time is such a struggle for me. I've really felt like God has been asking me to set aside my time and make him more important than a few more minutes of sleep. Jesus did it. I can do it. Mark 1:35 "Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed." NKJV Many times the bible talks about Jesus seeking solitude to be with God.
I set my alarm and I sit up in bed and read my Psalms...all the while my eyes are drooping and blinking and I struggle to pay attention to the words in front of me. Then I can't close my eyes to pray or I will fall asleep again...Satan sure doesn't want me awake for this! I think I will have to physically get out of bed and go somewhere else to read and pray in the quiet mornings. I've been praying for God to guide me and I know that if I make the effort he will teach me and help me do better.
What are your favorite ways to have alone time with God?
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